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Who is responsible for selecting a site for the operation of a Mr. Sandless business?

Mr_Sandless Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

You shall operate your Business only within the designated territory identified, or (if the parties have not agreed upon a territory at the time this Agreement is signed) to be identified, in the Data Sheet (the "Designated Territory"). The size and configuration of your Designated Territory is defined in terms of contiguous zip codes and/or by a map attached to this Agreement as Attachment 2. This Agreement grants you the right to operate the Franchised Business within the Territory only. You acknowledges that (i) the Designated Territory was mutually agreed upon by you and us, (ii) prior to the Effective Date hereof, you conducted your own due diligence with regard to potential customers and other matters relative to the operation of the Franchised Business in the Designated Territory, and (iii) our agreement to the Designated Territory is permission only, does not constitute a representation, promise, warranty, or guarantee, express or implied, by us that the Franchised Business operated therein will be profitable or otherwise successful, and cannot, and does not, create any liability for us. You may not offer or sell any products or services offered by the Business to customers located outside of the Designated Territory. However, you may offer or sell products or services to customers located outside of and adjacent to your Designated Territory if the customer is located in an area that is not serviced by another System franchisee, and you have received prior written approval from us, which approval may be granted or denied at our sole discretion.

Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 42)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

The 2025 Mr. Sandless Franchise Disclosure Document does not explicitly state who is responsible for selecting a site for the operation of a Mr. Sandless business. However, it does state that the franchisee shall operate their business only within the designated territory identified in the Data Sheet.

The FDD mentions that the franchisee acknowledges that the designated territory was mutually agreed upon by the franchisee and Mr. Sandless. Prior to the effective date of the agreement, the franchisee conducted their own due diligence regarding potential customers and other matters relative to the operation of the franchised business in the designated territory. Mr. Sandless's agreement to the designated territory is permission only and does not constitute a representation, promise, warranty, or guarantee that the franchised business operated therein will be profitable or otherwise successful, and cannot, and does not, create any liability for Mr. Sandless.

It would be prudent for a prospective Mr. Sandless franchisee to directly ask the franchisor about the site selection process. Specifically, they should inquire about any support or guidance Mr. Sandless provides in evaluating potential locations, the criteria used to determine an appropriate site, and whether Mr. Sandless has final approval over the chosen location.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.